What is it about clocks? They're endlessly interesting, regardless of the size, shape or vintage. And yet, they can be our friends (say at the end of a long day) or our enemies (the morning alarm).
I was watching my friend's French antiques showroom, Trianon last week while they were out of town and thought I'd share some of their amazing clocks.
This clock is undoubtedly my favorite. Just the right amount of glitz and bling! This is a 19th Century French marble and ormolu Lyre mantle clock with the most amazing ring of brilliants circling the dial.
And a closeup of the delicate detailing around the clock face.
This is a spectacular French Tortoiseshell and Gilt-Bronze clock in the Louis XV style, circa 1880.
Here's a closeup of the "Sun King" pendulum.
I also really love this "Clocksmith's Clock" from the Marais district of Paris, circa late 19th C.
This is a French gilded bronze Cartel clock with foliate casting in the Louis XVI style, circa 1880
And this clock is part of a 3-piece garniture set that includes a pair of matching candlesticks. This is a Chinoiserie style mantle clock, circa 1880. The delicate detailing is just enchanting!
And, the what chateau would be complete without a tall clock? This one is an Empire style French Wild Cherry Talk Clock, 19th C.
And finally, we have this elegant Tortoiseshell and Gilt bronze mantle clock, Louis XV style, late 19th C.
Hmm... wouldn't it be nice to wake up to one of these beauties?
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